4 0 c m
30cm
actual image size: 22cm x 32cm
Description
Photograph. Sir Robert Abbott Hadfield (1858-1940) was a pioneer in alloy steels. Taking over the family firm at 24, Hadfield did extensive research into improving the Besemer proces of steel making, and armour-piercing and producing heat-resisting steels.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10301784
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